Criterion Theater

106 S. Main Street,
Tonkawa, OK 74653

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50sSNIPES
50sSNIPES on November 15, 2024 at 10:07 pm

The Criterion Theatre launched on April 9, 1923 with Douglas McLean in “Bell Boy 13” and a live comedy of Mr. Frank Norton in “The Marriage Of Elizabeth” with music by the theater’s orchestra (simply named “Jazz Orchestra”).

Joe Vogel
Joe Vogel on April 17, 2015 at 12:31 am

This item about the Criterion Theatre appeared in the July 18, 1927, issue of The Film Daily:

“Remodel Tonkawa House

“Tonkawa, Okla.— Work of remodeling the Criterion has been begun by J. M. Scwab, local contractor. The house, which was damaged by fire two months ago, has been bought by the Griffith Amusement Co., of Oklahoma City.”

Lauren Durbin
Lauren Durbin on July 31, 2011 at 6:36 pm

Address was 106 S. Main as found on 1925 and 1931 fire insurance maps.